San Francisco Giants RHP Mark Melancon (elbow) is expected to be activated from the 10-day disabled list Saturday, Aug. 12. He will eventually regain the closer job from RHP Sam Dyson, although manager Bruce Bochy plans to use Melancon in low-leverage situations in his first few appearances following his return.

San Francisco Giants RHP Mark Melancon (elbow) has played catch over the past few days but is not close to throwing off a mound, according to manager Bruce Bochy. Melancon will not be able to resume pitching before the trade deadline July 31.